Meet the Team at Mathnasium of Niskayuna

David McDaniel

David moved to the Niskayuna area from NYC with a background in music as a touring musician, manager, tech, recording artist and DJ! With over 10 years in management experience he prides himself in running fun and positive environments for children of all ages!
“As someone who struggled heavily with math, I know the importance of learning in a fun and supportive environment. Not only can it help students master the material without the pressures of a classroom but have a good time whilst doing so!”
He looks forward to meeting you and helping your child achieve greatness and inspire confidence in math!
Call now to schedule an Assessment: 838.245.8396.

Mikhail Troyan

About Me

Hello! My name is Mikhail
I graduated from Burnt Hills - Ballston Lake in 2020. I started my time in undergrad studying Computer Science Engineering at Princeton University. However, when I realized I was passionate about helping people through education, I transferred to UAlbany. Now, I'm in a combined graduate program where I'm pursuing my Bachelor's in Mathematics and my Master's in Secondary Education. I love working with my students, and I look forward to every shift!

Key Achievements

First person in recent Burnt Hills history to be accepted into Princeton University.
Cross Country State Champion
Burnt Hills Statistics Award Winner
Dean's List at UAlbany and accepted into UAlbany's Great Dane Teacher Pathway

Fun Facts About Me

I love rock climbing! I mainly boulder and the hardest route I've completed is a V7.
I also snowboard, hike, play basketball, and cycle.

Favorite Joke

This guy I met was so mean, he's the most average person I've ever seen!

Favorite Number

87

Kitrene McClements

About Me

My hobbies are listening to music and traveling, usually at the same time. Im from Stillwater and have lived in and around the capital region my whole life. Geometry is my absolute favorite topic, especially geometric proofs.

Favorite Number

4, only number in english with the same letters as its value! along with being a perfect square.

Tess Zuchowski

About Me

I love learning, reading, and just about any piece of media/knowledge I can get my hands on! After Math, my favorite subject in school would be History.

Key Achievements

BA in Sociology from SUNY Geneseo, Summa Cum Laude

Favorite Number

42 - the meaning of life! For a full explanation, read "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" by Douglas Adams